For the period of Sunday, March 1, 2026 – Saturday, March 7, 2026, the Police Department responded to 657 calls for service. Zero (0) residential burglaries, zero (0) commercial burglaries, and zero (0) attempted burglaries occurred during the reporting week.
Keeping Our Community Safe and Informed – National Poison Prevention Week
Overview of National Poison Prevention Week
National Poison Prevention Week, observed during the third full week of March since 1962, raises awareness about the dangers of poison exposure and how to prevent poison-related emergencies. More than two million poisoning cases are reported to poison control centers in the United States each year.
Poison Prevention Safety Tips
- Store medications safely – Keep all medications, vitamins, and supplements locked away and out of reach of children.
- Read labels carefully – Follow directions on medications and household products to prevent misuse or accidental exposure.
- Use child-resistant packaging – Ensure safety caps are properly secured after every use.
- Keep chemicals in original containers – Never store cleaning products or chemicals in food or drink containers.
- Install carbon monoxide detectors – Carbon monoxide is a colorless, odorless gas that can be deadly.
- Dispose of unused medications properly – Participate in community drug take-back programs or follow proper disposal guidelines.
- Be cautious with household plants and pesticides – Some plants and chemicals can be toxic if ingested or touched.
- Save the Poison Help number – Program 1(800) 222-1222 into your phone so it’s available during an emergency.
PoisonHelp.HRSA.gov
This report provides a summary of significant incidents managed by the San Marino Police Department (SMPD) during the current reporting period.
Traffic Enforcement
Traffic enforcement is guided by three (3) primary categories:
- Community-generated traffic complaints
- Officer-observed violations
- Analysis of traffic collision data
The Department maintains and regularly updates a comprehensive list of locations identified through traffic complaints and collision data to inform and prioritize enforcement efforts. As part of our traffic collision investigations, we also assess contributing factors that may have played a role in the incident. These factors may include distracted driving, roadway engineering, and environmental conditions.
Collisions:
| Location | Primary Collision Factor |
| 2600 Block of Mission Street | CVC §21750 – Overtaking and Passing on Roadways |
| Garfield Avenue / Oak Street | CVC §21800 – Failed to Yield |
| Lorain Road / Westhaven Road | CVC §22450 – Running Stop Sign |
| Huntington Drive / Los Robles Avenue | CVC §20002 – Hit and Run |
| San Marino Avenue / Roanoke Road | CVC §22100.5 – U-Turns on Public Roadways |
Sunday, March 1, 2026
9:07 AM / Arrest / Virginia Road / Monterey Road
Officers observed a male subject walking with his hands positioned behind his back. Officers initially noted what appeared to be blood on the subject’s left hand; however, this observation was later determined to be unfounded. A consensual pat-down search was conducted. During the search, the subject was found to be in violation of H&S §11364(a) – Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. Geovany Ortez Hernandez (D.O.B. 05/07/1996, Pasadena) was arrested and booked at Pasadena City Jail.
Monday, March 2, 2026
3:10 PM / Theft / 1700 Block of Huntington Drive
Unknown suspect(s) unlawfully took possession of two (2) e-scooters and one (1) bicycle from a school’s bike rack. Officers conducted a canvass of the surrounding area to identify potential witnesses and recover any available security camera footage.
3:16 PM / Warrant Arrest / Virginia Road / Euston Road
Officers conducted a traffic stop for a violation of CVC §5204(a) – Expired Registration Tabs. A records check revealed the driver had one (1) outstanding warrant issued by the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department, East Los Angeles Division. Sequoya Lynn Gallo (D.O.B. 05/19/1974, Alhambra) was issued an Own Recognizance citation and released in the field without incident.
4:12 PM / Traffic Collision / 2600 Block of Mission Street
Party #1 was traveling East on Mission Street and executed an unsafe passing maneuver, resulting in a collision with Party #2. Following the initial impact, Party #1’s vehicle continued forward and struck Party #3, which was legally parked along the roadway. Party #1 and Party #3’s vehicle were towed away from the scene. The primary collision factor is CVC §21750 – Overtaking and Passing on Roadways.
6:13 PM / Traffic Collision / Garfield Avenue / Oak Street
Party #1 was traveling East on Oak Street, while Party #2 was traveling South on Garfield Avenue. Party #1 failed to yield the right-of-way and entered the intersection, colliding with Party #2. The primary collision factor is CVC §21800 – Failed to Yield
8:03 PM / Theft / 1700 Block of Huntington Drive
A report was taken to document the theft of an e-bike.
8:16 PM / Warrant Arrest / Sierra Madre Boulevard / Raleigh Drive
An unknown subject entered a local business requesting assistance. Officers conducted a records check, which revealed the subject had one (1) outstanding warrant issued by the Burbank Police Department for a violation of H&S §11364(a) – Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. Daniel Ramses Acosta (D.O.B. 11/03/1983, Los Angeles) was issued an Own Recognizance citation and released in the field without incident.
Tuesday, March 3, 2026
11:21 AM / Documentation / Fair Oaks Avenue / Hope Street
Officers assisted South Pasadena Police Department in a fatal traffic collision report.
11:52 AM / Found Property / 2500 Block of Lorain Road
An unknown male subject approached the victim’s residence and provided the victim with a counterfeit $100 bill.
6:06 PM / Documentation / 1400 Block of Virginia Road
A report was taken to document a fall on city property.
7:37 PM / Documentation / 700 Block of Canterbury Road
A report was taken document a family custody-related matter.
Wednesday, March 4, 2026
3:54 PM / Arrest / 1700 Block of Encino Drive
An individual was observed standing in the roadway with a shopping cart. Officers conducted a search of the individual’s personal property and located multiple credit cards belonging to other parties. The individual was in violations of H&S §11364(a) – Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, PC §148(a)(1) – Resisting, Delaying, or Obstructing a Peace Officer, and PC §485 – Misappropriation of Lost Property. Jhon Esteban Aroca Hernandez (D.O.B. 12/11/1999, Pasadena) was issued an Own Recognizance citation and released in the field without incident.
10:34 PM / Arrest / El Molino Avenue / Carlaris Road
Officers conducted a traffic stop for a violation of CVC §24603(b) – Inoperable Brake Lamp. A records check revealed the driver is in violation of CVC §14601.1(a) – Driving with a Suspended License. Rolando Jesus De La Rosa (D.O.B. 11/17/1999, San Gabriel) was issued an Own Recognizance citation and released in the field without incident.
Thursday, March 5, 2026
10:26 AM / Theft / 1400 Block of Bradbury Road
Victim reported that an unknown suspect(s) unlawfully removed two (2) trash can bins from their property without permission.
12:14 PM / Incident Report / 1000 Block of Rosalind Road
A report was taken to document that a city-maintained tree had fallen onto the victim’s vehicle, resulting in damage to the vehicle.
2:04 PM / Theft / 1300 Block of Vandyke Road
Unknown suspect(s) attempted to intercept packages being delivered to the residents. The suspect presented false identification claiming to live at the location. The delivery driver requested that the front door of the residence be opened for verification. The suspect(s) were unable to comply with the request and left the area in an unknown direction.
6:53 PM / Traffic Collision / Lorain Road / Westhaven Road
Party #1 was traveling South on Westhaven Road and failed to stop at the posted stop sign, resulting in a collision with Party #2. Party #1’s vehicle sustained damage and was towed from the scene. The primary collision factor is CVC §22450 – Running Stop Sign.
Friday, March 6, 2026
11:35 AM / Hit and Run / Huntington Drive / Los Robles Avenue
Party #1 was traveling East on Huntington Drive, following Party #2. Party #1’s vehicle collided with the rear of Party #2’s vehicle. After the collision, Party #2 exited their vehicle, inquired about Party #1’s well-being, and left the scene without providing information or exchanging details. The primary collision factor is CVC §20002 – Hit and Run.
2:41 PM / Financial Fraud / 700 Block of La Mirada Avenue
Victim reported receiving mail correspondence from a multichannel video programming distributor. The correspondence stated that the victim’s account was delinquent and had been forwarded to collections. The victim advised that they did not authorize the purchase associated with the account. This investigation remains ongoing.
4:29 PM / Incident Report / San Gabriel Boulevard / California Boulevard
Officers conducted a traffic stop for a violation of CVC §4000(a)(1) – Expired Registration Tabs. A records check revealed the driver is in violation of PC §470(b) – Possession of Fictitious Identification, PC §148.9(a) – Provided False Information to a Peace Officer, and PC §485 – Misappropriation of Lost Property. Carlos Omar Alvarado Orozco (D.O.B. 06/27/1984, Pasadena) was issued an Own Recognizance citation and released in the field without incident.
7:03 PM / Traffic Collision / San Marino Avenue / Roanoke Road
Party #1 was traveling South on San Marino Avenue when they executed an illegal U-turn and collided with Party #2. The primary collision factor is CVC §22100.5 –U-Turns on Public Roadways.
Saturday, March 7, 2026
1:29 PM / Arrest / 1400 Block of Virginia Road
Qian Liu (D.O.B. 02/13/1985/ Pasadena) was issued an Own Recognizance citation and released in the field without incident. She was arrested for PC §273(a)(b) – Child Abandonment and Neglect.
END OF ACTIVITY REPORT
